Complete guide to the best ship upgrades in Windrose. Cannon types, hull reinforcements, sail improvements, and crew recommendations. Updated for Patch 0.10.0.8.
Ship upgrades in Windrose fall into three categories: Cannons, Hull Armor, and Sails. Choosing the right combination depends on your playstyle (PvE vs PvP, combat vs trading).
| Cannon | Damage | Range | Reload | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12lb Cannon | Medium | Long | Fast | Standard combat |
| 24lb Cannon | High | Long | Slow | Boss fights, PvE |
| 36lb Cannon | Very High | Medium | Very Slow | Close-range PvP |
Brethren Variant: +30% HP, +30% cargo. Best for PvE and trading. Recommended for most players.
Blackbeard Variant: -30% HP, +10% speed, heavier cannons. Best for PvP and fast raids. High risk, high reward.
For combat: Use fewer sails to reduce target profile. For trading: Full sails for maximum speed. For balanced: Standard sail configuration.
Brethren variant, 24lb cannons, full armor. Focus on survivability for boss fights.
Blackbeard variant, 36lb cannons, minimal sails. Maximize burst damage for ship captures.
Brethren variant, 12lb cannons, full sails, max cargo. Balance defense and speed.
Stock variant, 12lb cannons, full sails. Balanced for exploration and self-defense.